We have just listed the latest series in the 2015 Combiner Wars lineup, as well as the Robots in Disguise One Step Changers. Find Combiner Wars Leader Thundercracker for $46.99; Series 03 Voyager Set of Hot Spot and Cyclonus for $49.99; Series 03 Deluxe set of Blades, Streetwise, First Aid, and Rook for $65.99; and RID One Step Changers Series 02 Set of Grimlock, Fixit, Autobot Drift, Thunderhoof, and Decepticon Fracture for $64.99.

SNOWSPEEDER MODEL KIT
Bandai’s assault on the “Star Wars” universe continues with their 1/48-scale Snowspeeder! Molded in color, it features snap fit construction for ease of assembly, and it comes with pilot and gunner figures, laser effect parts, two different clear canopy parts (one with a window frame and one without), harpoon parts, parts to replicate opened air brakes, and a Hoth-style display base.

$24.99

15 INCH MEGA SCALE TALKING CHUCKY
How do you make a 15″ tall homicidal doll containing the soul of a serial killer even more terrifying? Make it talk! Chucky features realistic glass-like eyes, and a (plastic) knife that he is sure to use for no good. Each Chucky comes packaged in his own collector friendly, film-inspired window box.

$79.99

TED 2 (2015) PLUSH
Everyone’s favorite foul-mouthed teddy bear is back in the upcoming sequel Ted 2. We have just listed the R-rated (explicit) with sound versions of 15” Plush Tammy Lynn for $19.99, 16” Animated Ted for $39.99, several clothed versions of 16” animated Ted for $49.99 each, the 24” Ted for $69.99 and the 24” clothed versions of Ted for $79.99 each. Remember, these all have R-rated sound bites from the film and are not meant for children!

NEW USAOPOLY
We have new versions of Monopoly, Risk, Clue, Yahtzee, Trivial Pursuit, and other classic games from properties like Game of Thrones, Doctor Who, Mass Effect, Firefly, Marvel, Jaws, Back to the Future, The Legend of Zelda and more.

NEW MEGAHOUSE AND OTHER IMPORTS
We have 18 new listings in this menu from properties such as One Piece, Gundam, Sailor Moon, Starblazers, Naruto, and Star Wars. This menu features the new Star Wars Nendoroid Darth Vader for $54.99 and Stormtooper for $44.99; the 1/8 Scale Naruto Uzumaki GEM figure for $119.99; the Gundam Girls Hoshino Fumina for $79.99 and the Yamato Girls Akira Yamamoto for $109.99.

NEW IMPORTS
This menu features 9 more new imports like the Snowspeeder Model Kit for $24.99, 1/10 scale Love Live! Nozomi Tojo and Eri Ayase figures for $74.99 each and 1/7 scale Shining Blade Roselinde Freya for $214.99.

RUPAUL’S DRAG RACE STATUE
“Gentlemen, start your engines! And may the best woman win!” This 16” cold cast porcelain statue of the diva herself features authentic gemstone earrings! Standing on a racetrack inspired base, RuPaul is clad in a red and white racing suit and is holding two checkered flags.

$199.99

BATMAN CLASSIC 1966 TWO PACKS
This first series of limited edition 8 inch figure two packs from Figures Toy Company feature retro-style bodies and clothing and clamshell packaging that you can open and close without damaging the card! We have Joker vs Robin, Joker & Riddler, and Batman vs Riddler.

$59.99

CAPCOM ALL STARS VIEWTIFUL JOE
“Henshin-a-go-go, baby!” First 4 Figures is proud to showcase Viewtiful Joe: The protagonist in Capcom’s brilliant side scrolling beat-em-up franchise, and the first in the new Capcom All-Stars lineup. This nearly 14” tall polystone statue features Joe in a comical pose over a film-reel style base.

POWER RANGERS LEGACY SABASWORD
This highly detailed die cast replica features the signature tiger hilt that speaks show-accurate phrases, as well as other lights and sounds!

$99.99

1966 RETRO 8 INCH JOKER IN PRISON UNIFORM
This awesome exclusive action figure from the classic Batman 1966 TV series includes an authentic cloth outfit with a gray long sleeved shirt, blue pants, baseball glove & ball. Joker comes in clamshell packaging that can be opened and closed without damaging anything.

$34.99

STAR TREK SELECT WORF
Today is a good day for a new Star Trek Select action figure! Chief Security Officer, Lieutenant Worf is the Klingon officer who would later transfer to Deep Space Nine. He comes with extra arms, weapons and hairstyles, to customize him in a variety of iconic poses, as well as a diorama base that is compatible with the previous Star Trek Select release, Captain Jean-Luc Picard! Worf comes packaged in display-ready Select packaging, with spine artwork for shelf reference.

$22.99

BBTS EXCLUSIVE GODZILLA 1962 SOFUBI
Godzilla: Vinyl Wars is a collaboration between Japan’s classic sofubi manufacturers and cutting-edge toy maker MEDICOM Toy. This hand-crafted, hand-painted Godzilla is 9” tall and was inspired by Bullmark’s mid-60’s designs and Goji’s appearance in King Kong vs Godzilla. The BBTS Exclusive has a new brown fin deco and in limited edition of no more than 200 pieces!

1:18 BATMAN FOREVER BATMOBILE
The Batmobile from the hit Batman Forever film has been recreated in the 1:18 scale in the Hotwheels Heritage line using die-cast metal and measures 13 1/4-inches long x 6 3/4-inches wide x 5-inches tall.

$69.99

MONSTER HIGH HAUNTED STUDENT SPIRITS
Vandala Doubloons, Daughter of a Pirate Ghost; River Styxx, Daughter of the Grim Reaper; Kiyomi Haunterly, Daughter of the Noppera-Bo (Faceless Ghost); and Porter Geiss, Son of a Poltergeist, each wear a wooo-nderfully ghostly outfit and they all come with an iconic accessory uniquely their own. Chain details add creepy cool touches, and a translucent, chain link doll stand permits hauntingly boo-tiful display that makes the dolls appear to float! They each come with a diary with all the extra gory details about the un-lives of these fabulous ghosts. We have Vandala, River, and Kiyomi in a set of 3 for $69.99. We also have Kiyomi and Vandala available for $23.99 each and Porter Geiss is available for

Fans Invited to Vote for Favorite Cities to Become Property Spaces In New MONOPOLY HERE & NOW Games

PAWTUCKET, R.I.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Roll the dice, pass GO, and get ready to take your MONOPOLY token on a trip around the world! In celebration of the MONOPOLY brand’s 80th anniversary, Hasbro, Inc. (NASDAQ: HAS) has teamed up with social news and entertainment company BuzzFeed to ask fans to choose which great cities around the world will be featured as property spaces in new MONOPOLY HERE & NOW games launching this fall.

“From sharing on BuzzFeed to gathering around the MONOPOLY HERE & NOW game, our collaboration with Hasbro marries traditional and new media to create great social experiences that bring fans together worldwide”

Powered by BuzzFeed, the MONOPOLY HERE & NOW property space vote, including a special “Wild Card Week” will begin today at www.VoteMONOPOLY.com. Through March 4, fans can pick from a list of global destinations that will be featured in the MONOPOLY HERE & NOW: World Edition game to be sold globally this fall, as well as top American cities for the MONOPOLY HERE & NOW: U.S. Edition game to be sold only in the U.S. From London to Los Angeles, Chicago to Cape Town, fans can rally behind their beloved hometowns, favorite vacation spots, or cities on their travel bucket lists by sharing the vote on Facebook and Twitter using the hashtag #VoteMONOPOLY as well as engage with fun BuzzFeed content featuring the cities in the vote.

From March 3 through March 9, all cities big and small will have the chance to compete for two spaces on the MONOPOLY HERE & NOW game boards during “Wild Card Week.” Fans can “write-in” additional locations not included in the initial list of destinations and the cities with the most submissions during this week will be featured as the two brown property spaces in the World and U.S. editions of the game.

“We are thrilled to be teaming up with BuzzFeed as one of the leading social news and entertainment sites to bring our fans an exciting way to choose the cities that will be featured in the new MONOPOLY HERE & NOW game,” said Jonathan Berkowitz, vice president of global marketing for gaming at Hasbro. “This innovative campaign demonstrates how we continue to keep the MONOPOLY brand relevant by empowering our fans to help create today’s game.”

“From sharing on BuzzFeed to gathering around the MONOPOLY HERE & NOW game, our collaboration with Hasbro marries traditional and new media to create great social experiences that bring fans together worldwide,” said Jonah Peretti, Founder and CEO at BuzzFeed.

The final list of cities that will be featured in the MONOPOLY HERE & NOW games will be announced on March 19, World MONOPOLY Day and the MONOPOLY brand’s official birthday. The MONOPOLY HERE & NOW games will be available this fall and will feature iconic landmark tokens and new gameplay where players travel around the board to visit as many locations as possible, collecting passport stamps along the way. Players will collect cash from visitor fees when opponents land on their locations and the first player to fill their passport wins.

The MONOPOLY brand is the world’s favorite family game brand and the game has been played by more than one billion people in 114 countries around the world. Whether fans play face-to-face, online or on their mobile or console devices, there is a MONOPOLY experience to fit every lifestyle. Learn more about the MONOPOLY brand at Monopoly.com, join the conversation at Facebook.com/Monopoly, and vote in the MONOPOLY HERE & NOW campaign at VoteMonopoly.com.

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About Hasbro

Hasbro (NASDAQ: HAS) is a global company committed to Creating the World’s Best Play Experiences, by leveraging its beloved brands, including LITTLEST PET SHOP, MAGIC: THE GATHERING, MONOPOLY, MY LITTLE PONY, NERF, PLAY-DOH, TRANSFORMERS, and premier partner brands. From toys and games, television programming, motion pictures, digital gaming and a comprehensive lifestyle licensing program, Hasbro fulfills the fundamental need for play and connection for children and families around the world. The Company’s Hasbro Studios creates entertainment brand-driven storytelling across mediums, including television, film and more. Through the company’s commitment to corporate social responsibility, including philanthropy, Hasbro is helping to build a safe and sustainable world and to positively impact the lives of millions of children and families every year. Learn more at www.hasbro.com and follow us on Twitter (@Hasbro & @HasbroNews).

BuzzFeed is the social news and entertainment company. BuzzFeed is redefining online advertising with its social, content-driven publishing technology. BuzzFeed provides the most shareable breaking news, original reporting, entertainment and video across the social web to its global audience of 200M.

]]>http://www.actionfigureinsider.com/hasbro-and-buzzfeed-team-up-to-launch-global-monopoly-here-now-campaign/feed/0On Sale This Week from DST: Aliens, X-Force, Universal Monsters and Jay and Silent Bob Monopoly!http://www.actionfigureinsider.com/on-sale-this-week-from-dst-aliens-x-force-universal-monsters-and-jay-and-silent-bob-monopoly/
http://www.actionfigureinsider.com/on-sale-this-week-from-dst-aliens-x-force-universal-monsters-and-jay-and-silent-bob-monopoly/#commentsThu, 15 Jan 2015 08:32:36 +0000http://www.actionfigureinsider.com/?p=112569It’s a new year, and the new year brings Diamond Select Toys’ first big New Toy Day! With six items hitting comic shops and specialty stores this week, it’s the perfect time to head down to your local store to check out the new items in person! A new box set of Marvel Minimates, a new bank and Minimates set from Aliens, two new Universal Monsters banks and the first-ever board game set in the View Askewniverse are all shipping this week! Read on for details, then place your order or reserve your items today!

Alien Egg with Facehugger Vinyl Money Bank
A Diamond Select Toys Release! Putting aside a nest egg? why not keep it in an actual egg? This 9-inch vinyl bank resembles an actual xenomorph egg from the Alien film quadrilogy, complete with a Facehugger alien skittering around on its outer surface. With a coin slot on the top and a door in the base, it’s the perfect place to keep your loose change safe from squeamish criminals! Comes packaged in a clear polybag. Sculpted by Eli Livingston! (Item #SEP142249, SRP: $22.99)http://www.diamondselecttoys.com/alien-egg-with-facehugger-vinyl-money-bank

Alien Minimates 35th Anniversary Box Set
A Diamond Select Toys Release! It’s been 35 years since Ridley Scott’s Alien set a new bar for both science fiction and horror and created a world that still amazes and terrifies us! DST is honoring the film that started it all with a special box set of four Minimates mini-figures, including Ripley, Kane, Parker and the Big Chap hiself, the original Xenomorph! Each fully poseable Minimate stands approximately 2 inches tall and features a variety of interchangeable parts and accessories, including a facehugger alien and the ship’s cat, Jonesy! Packaged on a blister card. (Item #JUL142034 SRP: $19.99)http://www.diamondselecttoys.com/alien-minimates-35th-anniversary-box-set

Jay and Silent Bob Strike Back Monopoly Game
A Diamond Select Toys release! Bring the magic of the movies home with the first board game ever based on the films of Kevin Smith! The cross-country adventure of “Jay and Silent Bob Strike Back” is now an official, authorized edition of Monopoly, with a game board featuring art and locations from the movie! The game also has new Chance cards, Community Chest cards and game pieces, all set to the same classic Monopoly gameplay! Packaged in a full-color game box with movie artwork. (Item #DEC142209, SRP: $39.99)http://www.diamondselecttoys.com/jay-and-silent-bob-strike-back-monopoly-game

Marvel Minimates Classic X-Force Box Set
A Diamond Select Toys Release! When a job needs to be done and the X-Men are afraid to do it, that’s when X-Force steps in! Led by Cable, this team of young mutants is ready to bring the pain, and this box set flashes back to a time when stealth suits were unheard of and pouches were everywhere! The set includes Cable, Domino, Cannonball and Shatterstar, and each fully poseable Minimate stands approximately 2 inches tall and features a variety of interchangeable parts and accessories. Packaged on a blister card. (Item #JUL142036, SRP: $19.99)http://www.diamondselecttoys.com/marvel-minimates-classic-x-force-box-set

Universal Monsters Metaluna Mutant Vinyl Bust Bank
A Diamond Select Toys Release! The Universal Monsters are not dead yet! This year, Halloween will bring one more vinyl bust bank to join the monstrous line-up, the Metaluna Mutant! Whether you love him from This Island Earth or the Mystery Science Theatre 3000 takedown, he’ll make a big impression on your shelf, with high-quality sculpting and paint details. Plus, his brain alone will hold several dollars in change, thanks to the coin slot on his back! Packaged in a clear polybag. (Item #JUL142037, SRP: $22.99)http://www.diamondselecttoys.com/universal-monsters-metaluna-mutant-vinyl-bust-bank

Universal Monsters Metaluna Mutant B&W Vinyl Bust Bank
A Diamond Select Toys Release! The Metaluna Mutant is back in black (and white)! The horrific monstrosity that served a superior intelligence in the sci-fi classic This Island Earth (as well as the Mystery Science Theatre 3000 takedown) is getting the silver-screen treatment with a new, film-accurate grayscale edition of his vinyl bank! He’ll still make a big impression on your shelf, with high-quality sculpting and paint details, plus his brain alone will hold several dollars in change, thanks to the coin slot on his back! Packaged in a clear polybag. (Item #APR148519, SRP: $22.99)http://www.diamondselecttoys.com/universal-monsters-metaluna-mutant-bw-vinyl-bust-bank

“Over the past six years, Hasbro and EA have collaborated to develop some of the most popular digital games based on Hasbro’s best-selling global game brands, including MONOPOLY, SCRABBLE and THE GAME OF LIFE,” said Mark Blecher, Hasbro Senior Vice President and General Manager, Digital Gaming and Corporate Development. “The next phase of our relationship will build on this tremendous success and is specifically focused on leveraging Hasbro’s rich game brands with EA’s leadership in the mobile space. Our relationship with EA for mobile is an integral component of our digital strategy for developing Hasbro brands across gaming platforms.”
“We’ve enjoyed a great relationship with Hasbro to date, delighting millions of consumers with digital versions of their favorite Hasbro games–several of which, including MONOPOLY Hotels and SCRABBLE, have reached the top of the mobile charts. We’re thrilled to extend our agreement with Hasbro in the mobile space, where their IP remains a priority within our portfolio,” said Chip Lange, Senior Vice President and General Manager of the Pogo division at Electronic Arts. “Under this partnership, our talented game designers can create mobile games that will allow Hasbro fans around the world to experience their favorite gaming brands in a whole new way.”
Under the new four-year agreement, EA will continue to develop mobile games for several of Hasbro’s most successful gaming brands: MONOPOLY, SCRABBLE, THE GAME OF LIFE, BATTLESHIP, BOGGLE, CLUE, RISK and YAHTZEE.
EA’s Pogo.com gaming community will also continue to be a central hub online for digital versions of Hasbro games.

]]>http://www.actionfigureinsider.com/hasbro-and-ea-enter-into-new-agreement-for-mobile-games/feed/0Saban Brands And USAopoly™ Partner To Produce Power Rangers 20th Anniversary Editions Of Monopoly® And Trivial Pursuit®http://www.actionfigureinsider.com/saban-brands-and-usaopoly-partner-to-produce-power-rangers-20th-anniversary-editions-of-monopoly-and-trivial-pursuit/
http://www.actionfigureinsider.com/saban-brands-and-usaopoly-partner-to-produce-power-rangers-20th-anniversary-editions-of-monopoly-and-trivial-pursuit/#commentsSun, 17 Feb 2013 22:00:21 +0000http://www.actionfigureinsider.com/main/?p=55813NEW YORK, Feb. 12, 2013 (Virtual Press Office) — Saban Brands and USAopoly today announced their collaboration for the upcoming Power Rangers Monopoly and Trivial Pursuit board games to celebrate the 20th Anniversary of the iconic franchise. USAopoly has unveiled the first look of the box tops for the Power Rangers editions of each game this week at the American International Toy Fair in New York.

The Power Rangers 20th Anniversary Edition of Monopoly will allow players to buy, sell and trade iconic locations spanning the entire history of the Power Rangers brand including The Command Center, The Power Chamber, Rita Repulsa’s Moon Palace and more. The game is for 2-6 players and recommended for ages 8+.

Saban Brands ran a poll last week on the official Power Rangers Facebook page where thousands of fans voted for which final game token they wanted to be included in the Monopoly game. Options included Goldar, Mighty Morphin boots or the Angel Grove Juice Bar cup with straw. The winner will be revealed on Facebook, along with the other 5 tokens in the game leading up to the release of the game this summer.

The Trivial Pursuit Power Rangers 20th Anniversary Edition allows fans to show off their Ranger knowledge by acing over 1,800 questions from six categories spanning the two decades of Power Rangers. Questions about Power Rangers gear, villains, quotes, plot lines and more are included. This game is for 2-6 players and recommended for ages 12+.

For the Trivial Pursuit edition, Saban Brands engaged the Power Force, a select group of Power Rangers enthusiasts, to help develop the trivia questions for the upcoming game. Saban Brands received thousands of questions from these 20 Power Force members, and each participant will receive credit in the game.

“There is such a nostalgia factor not only with Power Rangers but with the history of Monopoly and Trivial Pursuit games as well,” said Elie Dekel, President of Saban Brands. “That’s why we thought it would be fun to get the Power Rangers fans involved with the creation of these games. With this year marking 20 years of the franchise, it couldn’t be a better time for this collaboration.”

The 20th Anniversary Edition of Monopoly and Trivial Pursuit board games will be available at specialty retailers this summer for the SRP of $39.95.

About Saban’s Power RangersSaban’s Power Rangers franchise is the brainchild of Haim Saban, creator and producer of the original Mighty Morphin Power Rangers hit series that launched in 1993. Following its introduction, Power Rangers quickly became the most-watched children’s television program in the United States and remains the No.1 live-action kids series on television. The series follows the adventures of a group of ordinary young people who “morph” into superheroes and save the world from evil. It is seen in more than 150 markets around the world, translated into numerous languages, and is a mainstay in the most prominent international children’s programming blocks. The Power Rangers franchise is celebrating its 20th Anniversary throughout 2013, which started with the launch of its newest season Power Rangers Megaforce on Nickelodeon and other broadcasters worldwide. Power Rangers LLC, which licenses and merchandises the Power Rangers brand, is an affiliate of Saban Brands. For more information, visit www.powerrangers.com.

About Saban BrandsFormed in 2010 as an affiliate of Saban Capital Group, Saban Brands (SB) was established to acquire and develop a world-class portfolio of properties and capitalize on the company’s experience, track record and capabilities in growing and monetizing consumer brands through content, media and marketing. SB applies a strategic transmedia management approach to enhancing and extending its brands in markets worldwide and to consumers of all ages. The company provides full-service management, marketing, promotion and strategic business development for its intellectual properties including comprehensive strategies unique to each brand, trademark and copyright management and enforcement, creative design, retail development, direct-to-consumer initiatives and specialized property extensions. SB is led by a superior management team with decades of experience in media, content creation, branding, licensing, marketing and finance. For more information, visit www.sabanbrands.com.

ABOUT USAOPOLYUSAopoly, Inc., (http://USAopoly.com) is a leading game manufacturer in the specialty market offering the world’s best-known games (under license from the Entertainment & Licensing Division of Hasbro) and an innovating game developer of party games like Telestrations.

Vast Portfolio of Theatrical, Television, Animation and Super Hero Fare to be Showcased

Burbank, Calif. – January 30, 2013 – Warner Bros. Consumer Products (WBCP) zooms into this year’s exciting Toy Fair season with a roster of global licensees ready to support the Studio’s portfolio, led by this summer’s tentpole film release Man of Steel, which will be supported by DC Comics master toy licensee Mattel, as well as many other toy partners. With an impressive lineup driven by powerhouse properties that stretch from DC Comics Super Heroes and The Hobbit Trilogy to The Big Bang Theory and Looney Tunes, WBCP and its renowned licensees are rolling out new toys and collectibles that will reach fans of all ages.

“As excitement grows for the release of Zack Snyder’s new vision for Superman, Man of Steel, we head into this year’s toy fair season with a portfolio that really takes us to new heights,” said Brad Globe, president of Warner Bros. Consumer Products. “Superman will always be a pop culture icon, and the upcoming summer action adventure will continue to fuel excitement for this fan-favorite Super Hero across the globe.”

In anticipation of Man of Steel, global master toy licensee Mattel unveils its wide ranging toy line including action figures, vehicles, playsets and collectible figures, highlighted by the fan-favorite and much-anticipated Movie Masters™ line, which captures the superior accuracy and details of the film’s characters. Mattel will also introduce Man of Steel QuickShots™, a new way to play with Superman with elements of flight and strength incorporated into the toy. Also supporting Man of Steel are global licensees such as LEGO, with exciting construction sets inspired by memorable scenes from the film; and Rubie’s Costume Co. with a new line of Man of Steel-inspired costumes and accessories for both kid and adult fans.

Additional partners bringing the Man of Steel product offerings to life will include Thinkway Toys, with a full role-play line, RC vehicle and interactive figure and other engaging toys; Jakks Pacific, with a range of Man of Steel and Superman collectible figures and novelty toys; as well as Cardinal Industries’ with games and puzzles based on Man of Steel and Superman, among many other licensees. Enthusiasts also won’t want to miss statues from Sideshow Collectibles; authentic prop replicas from Noble Collection; an 18-inch articulated figure from NECA; fun, stylized plush and vinyl figures from Funko; and high-end creations from Kotobukiya and SquareEnix, to name a few.

The Hobbit Trilogy Treks On As Fans Await The Next Film in the Trilogy

Fans of Middle-earth have heard the call to join the adventure as The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey was released to resounding success this past December. With themed toys disappearing off the shelves and authentic collectibles finding a home in collector cases, WBCP’s toy partners continue to keep fans excited as they await the second and third films of The Hobbit Trilogy, The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug (December 2013) and The Hobbit: There and Back Again (July 2014), from Academy Award®-winning filmmaker Peter Jacksonand productions of New Line Cinema and Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Pictures (MGM).

Co-master toy partners The Bridge Direct and Vivid Group eagerly unveil a new collection of characters based on The Hobbit Trilogy as part of their wide range of products. New Zealand-based WETA Workshop continues to roll out an impressive array of authentic film prop replicas and collectibles inspired by the Trilogy. Additional partners supporting the films are United Cutlery with collector weaponry replicas; Noble Collection with high-quality collectibles; and global licensee LEGO with a range of many new fantastical build-and-play construction sets, succeeding the successful line based on The Lord of the Rings Trilogy. Also supporting the tentpole adventure is Pressman Toy with exciting table games based on The Hobbit Trilogy and The Lord of the Rings Trilogy; Games Workshop with leading tabletop strategy games; Spin Master with The Hobbit­ Stratego game; USAopoly with The Lord of the Rings Trilogy co-branded games and puzzles in the US; Winning Moves with The Hobbit Monopoly in the UK; Cryptozoic with an inspired-by board game; Kosmos with branded board games; and Ravensburger with the creation of 2D and 3D puzzles and card games. Additionally, global licensee Eaglemoss will support with figurine and chess partwork collections; along with NECA’s HeroClix figures and gaming system; Funko’s stylized figures and plush;and Rubie’s Costumes with a fantastically detailed line inspired by The Hobbit Trilogy and The Lord of the Rings Trilogy; among others.

BATMAN and DC SUPER FRIENDS Remain Evergreen

As Batman and DC Super Friends continue flying into toy aisles and soaring off shelves with new product lines, WBCP and Mattel have collaborated closely to take the two franchises to new heights. Over the past 10 years, WBCP has embodied the essence of Batman with its toy partners as the Studio’s entertainment properties have captured audiences in theaters with Christopher Nolan’s epic The Dark Knight Trilogy – one of the most successful box office trilogies of all time – and on television with multiple interpretations of hit Batman-inspired animated series.

WBCP and Mattel have maintained momentum for the ultimate Super Hero during and in between the unrivaled content with its exclusive evergreen Batman brand that has come to life in toys and at retail. This year, Mattel will release all-new exciting products in the evergreen Batman toy line, including the Batman Sonic Strike™ 10-inch Figure, the Batman Spin Strike Bat Jet and the Batman Blast Lane™ Batmobile, as well as additional figures and characters to their figure assortment.

WBCP has also teamed up with Fisher-Price to introduce the next generation of preschoolers to the most recognizable band of Super Heroes, the DC Super Friends. By broadening the DC Comics toy program to preschoolers, WBCP and Fisher-Price are bringing the new generation of DC Super Friends to today’s fans, while offering a fun way for parents to introduce their favorite Super Heroes to their own children. With exciting new product each year, the Fisher-Price Imaginext® DC Super Friends toy line has become a huge hit in the U.S., Brazil, Mexico, the U.K. and Spain, and continues to expand across Europe.

“With beloved properties and iconic characters that span the worlds of DC Comics, classic animation, television and films, WBCP is pleased to continue our collaboration with such a robust roster of partners as we engage new fans and inspire incredible new product lines around the world,” added Globe.

Batman Classic TV Series Is Back On The Scene

Fans of the Batman Classic TV Series will be doing the Batusi when WBCP and its licensing partners give them a first glimpse at the all-new licensing program for the fan-favorite live-action series. Sure to ensnare the eyes of collectors and ignite the nostalgia for the 60’s series is the Mattel vintage-styled Batman Ken® and Catwoman Barbie® collection, and a BATMAN™ Classic TV Series 6” Figure Assortment, BATMAN™ Classic TV Series TV Moments 2 Pack, as well as a BATMAN™ Classic TV Series Batmobile. Rubie’s will introduce a line of costumes based on series favorites including Batman, Robin, Catwoman, The Riddler, and The Joker. Additional licensees supporting the Batman Classic TV Series include Funko with stylized figures and plush; Mezco with colorfully detailed vinyl figures; NECA with an 18-inch action figure; Round 2 with model kits; Cryptozoic Entertainment with trading cards; and a variety of high-end collectibles from Noble Collection, Sideshow Collectibles, TriForce, Kotobukiya, Medicom and Hot Toys. The Mattel Hot Wheels® brand will rev-up with a high-end Elite Scale Batmobile inspired by the 1966 hot-rod in the series for the true collector; along with many other toy partners who will help bring to life this cultural phenomenon with a Zap! Bam! Pow!

DC COMICS Embarks on More Adventures

DC Comics continues to be brought to life through innovative product lines, spearheaded by the perennial Batman and Superman franchises. Toy partners around the world supporting these core properties year-round include Mattel; LEGO with new construction sets for the entire DC Universe Super Heroes line; Rubie’s with costumes and accessories that complement the company’s entire DC Comics portfolio; Jakks Pacific; Jumbo Games with puzzles; Molli Toys; Thinkway Toys; NECA; and Winning Moves with Top Trumps collector cards; among many others.

Additionally, WBCP is excited to roll out new offerings inspired by Warner Bros. Animation’s (WBA) upcoming action-packed detective thriller Beware the Batman, an all-new take on the Batman franchise, featuring cutting-edge CGI visuals, will see new action figures from DC Comics master toy partner Mattel.

WBCP also continues to utilize the impressive content published by Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment (WBIE) with licensing programs based on top-selling video game titles, Batman: Arkham Asylum and its sequel Batman: Arkham City, as well as the all-new Injustice Gods Among Us, coming in April 2013. Developed by Rocksteady Studios, Batman: Arkham Asylum and Batman: Arkham City will see support from such licensees as Rubie’s; Cryptozoic Entertainment and Triforce. InjusticeGods Among Us, developed by NetherRealm Studios,will launch with character figures from Mattel, and high-end collectibles from Triforce, Kotobukiya, Square Enix, and more.

Animated Fare is All That and More!

The smash hit television series, The Looney Tunes Show, produced by WBA, has kicked off its second season with an ACME bang on Cartoon Network as the characters’ antics continue to surprise and delight new generations of fans. WBCP continues to support the timeless entertainment of the classic Looney Tunes, the all-new popular animated television series, and the WBA-produced theatrical shorts distributed by Warner Bros. Pictures, with global licensees bringing the timeless appeal to exciting toy lines. US master toy licensee The Bridge Direct ignites the program with a multi-category product line of plush, figures, playsets and vehicles. In the UK, Character Group was recently announced as the master toy partner for Looney Tunes to bring a new collection of interactive motion sensor plush that utilizes sound, light and touch technology, in addition to a line of construction playsets, figures and traditional plush. Globally, licensee Allegre HKM provides a range of plush product. Also supporting the Looney Tunes are Rubie’s Costume Co.; Pressman Toy with puzzles; Lansay with a colorful plush assortment; Bestway presenting an assortment of inflatables; and Trefl and Hasbro with puzzles; among other licensees. French technology manufacturer EMTEC continues to offer its popular line of Looney Tunes-inspired USB flash drives, of which one million were sold in less than a year, and has released its new range of USBs and a Looney Tunes MP3 player.

Scooby-Doo and the Gang continue to entertain and engage fans worldwide with a robust range of toys from global master toy licensee Character Group with their popular collectible figures, vehicles, playsets, and construction sets, available exclusively at Toys R Us in the US and throughout the EMEA region. Additional licensees supporting Scooby-Doo include the Mattel Hot Wheels® brand; Rubie’s with fun, Scooby Gang costumes; Pressman Toy offering an exciting games and puzzles collection; Trefl with puzzles; and NKOK with its R/C motorized vehicles in the US and Lansay with its cool remote control car in France, all supporting the property and WBA’s Cartoon Network series Scooby-Doo! Mystery Incorporated. As part of the Scooby-Doo fun, WBCP has extended the Zoinks Points to continue incorporating them into programs with new and refreshed opportunities to collect points.

WBCP is also excited to support the recently announced new animated television series The Tom and Jerry Show, from WBA, with Jazwares continuing as Hanna-Barbera master toy partner in North America, and including The Tom and Jerry Show in its future product roll-out. Giochi Preziosi will continue to represent the brand in Western Europe and Turkey as master toy partner for the Tom and Jerry property and the new television series with a toy range including figure assortments, play sets and action games. Tom and Jerry will also see support from such licensees as Rubie’s for costumes; Trefl for puzzles; Allegre HKM for plush; and more.

WBCP Tunes Into TV Licensing

Television licensing is another key component of WBCP’s diverse portfolio, featuring current and classic hits being supported by licensing toy and collectible programs designed for the fans and collectors. WBCP is excited to showcase a wide spectrum of niche offerings for many hit series, including teaming up with Cryptozoic Entertainment for trading cards based on The Big Bang Theory, Fringe and The Vampire Diaries.Cryptozoic will also showcase the Mystic Warlords of Ka’a trading cards – the CCG card game played by Leonard, Sheldon, Howard and Raj in The Big Bang Theory. Cardinal Industries, Inc. will showcase the successful The Big Bang TheoryFact or Fiction Trivia Game: Fan Edition, which incorporates more than 400 trivia questions submitted by fans, and will also reveal exciting new additions to The Big Bang Theory roster, including a dice game, UNO® co-brand and other games inspired by the hit series.

As the #1 scripted series on network television among Adults 18-49 and #1 comedy among Total Viewers, The Big Bang Theory continues to garner a wealth of licensing support, including partners Quantum Mechanix with show-inspired maquettes; Wonderland Toys with character dolls; Commonwealth with gifts and novelty; Funko with stylized figures and bobbleheads; and a co-branded Clue game with USAopoly.

Other WBTV partnerships include The Vampire Diaries collectible dolls with Tonner, featuring a new collection based on the 1860’s character costumes; smash series The Voice and Sakar Electronics; and Emmy®-winning shortform comedy series Childrens Hospital, with Funko bobbleheads.

About Man of Steel

From Warner Bros. Pictures and Legendary Pictures comes Man of Steel, starring Henry Cavill in the role of Clark Kent/Superman, under the direction of Zack Snyder. Man of Steel is produced by Charles Roven, Christopher Nolan, Emma Thomas and Deborah Snyder. The screenplay was written by David S. Goyer from a story by Goyer and Nolan, based upon Superman characters created by Jerry Siegel & Joe Shuster and published by DC Entertainment. Thomas Tull, Lloyd Phillips and Jon Peters are serving as executive producers. The film is slated for release beginning June 14, 2013 and will be distributed worldwide by Warner Bros. Pictures, a Warner Bros. Entertainment Company.

About The Hobbit Trilogy

Under the direction of Peter Jackson, the Academy Award-winning director of The Lord of the Rings Trilogy, The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey features a screenplay by Fran Walsh & Philippa Boyens & Peter Jackson & Guillermo del Toro. Jackson is also producing the film, together with Carolynne Cunningham, Zane Weiner and Fran Walsh. The executive producers are Alan Horn, Toby Emmerich, Ken Kamins and Carolyn Blackwood, with Boyens and Eileen Moran serving as co-producers.

New Line Cinema and Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Pictures Present a WingNut Films Production, The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey. All three films in The Hobbit Trilogy, also including The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug, and the final film, The Hobbit: There and Back Again, are productions of New Line Cinema and Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Pictures (MGM), with New Line managing production. Warner Bros. Pictures is handling worldwide theatrical distribution, with select international territories as well as all international television distribution being handled by MGM.

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About Warner Bros. Consumer Products

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]]>http://www.actionfigureinsider.com/pre-toy-fair-2013-warner-brothers-2013-toy-fair-press-release/feed/0Geek Shall Inherit Episode 043 – Daniel’s Dark Secrethttp://www.actionfigureinsider.com/geek-shall-inherit-episode-043-daniels-dark-secret/
http://www.actionfigureinsider.com/geek-shall-inherit-episode-043-daniels-dark-secret/#commentsTue, 16 Oct 2012 05:24:18 +0000http://www.actionfigureinsider.com/main/?p=52387Welcome to any new listeners that came to us through our interviews last episode! We hope you liked what you heard and will stick around (and subscribe). We’re glad to have you!

Well, it was bound to happen. For almost a full year, 42 episodes Daniel has been able to keep his dark secret from Jason. He knew he couldn’t keep it from him forever and he was right. The ugly truth comes out… and it doesn’t go well…

Things do eventually calm down and we are able to carry on and rationally discuss other things like new toys they have found in stores and what Jason will be at Halloween this year.

A slew of new 007 toys are hitting in honor of the 50th Anniversary: remote control cars in 3 different scales with lights and sound from Toy State Industrial, Corgi is of course doing an Aston Martin in SKYFALL packaging, and Suntory in Japan is doing a set of 15 vehicles from the films in 2 different scales. Jason brought in one of the RC Bond cars for us to play with while we recorded this episode.

Also, Procter and Gamble is doing ‘007’ cologne.

Adele’s SKYFALL song

James Bond’s swimsuit sold for more than you’d thing a used bathing suit might go for last week at auction.

WAYNE, NJ (February 22, 2012) – Since 1862, one brand has embodied whimsical, high-quality, innovative toys. Now celebrating its 150th Anniversary, FAO Schwarz is marking this rare milestone in the world of retail by unveiling a special gallery featuring prototype, original and early editions of some of the best-known toys in the world, alongside some nostalgic items from the FAO Schwarz archives. Displayed prominently throughout the famed flagship store in New York City, “A Gallery of Historic Toys,” will be on display now through April 10.

Generations of kids have found their most cherished playthings on the shelves of FAO Schwarz, and the retailer has served as the launch pad for many iconic toys and games throughout the years. Now, FAO Schwarz is showcasing more than 25 vintage versions of toys ranging from a 1905 Richard Steiff Teddy Bear and first edition Hot Wheels® Cars to Hello Kitty’s first U.S. products and a 1982 hand-sewn Cabbage Patch Kid®. Toy enthusiasts can also view “A Gallery of Historic Toys” online at FAO.com and Facebook.com/FAO.

“Founder Frederick August Otto Schwarz created his beloved store 150 years ago as a theater for the industry to showcase items in a way that would engage consumers, while introducing them to new products from all over the world,” said Lisa Harnisch, Senior Vice President, General Merchandising Manager, Toys“R”Us, U.S. “From the original baby carriage to Steiff teddy bears to the first-ever Nintendo Entertainment System, FAO Schwarz has brought thousands of unforgettable toys to market, evolving from a purveyor of extraordinary products to a must-see retail destination.”

FAO Schwarz Presents A Gallery of Historic Toys

Over the past 150 years, FAO Schwarz has grown from a simple shopping experience to a best-in-class example of retail as entertainment. Beyond scouring the globe for the most elegant and exquisite items to offer its customers, FAO Schwarz became synonymous with introducing U.S. consumers to wondrous toys, games and lifestyle products that had never been available in the country. The gallery honors this tradition by bringing together original versions of some of the most beloved toys ever to appear in the store.

Historic FAO Schwarz Elements on Display

FAO Schwarz Sales Ledger (1909)

Standing 20-inches high, 14-inches wide and 5-inches thick, this antique ledger was used by FAO Schwarz associates to track international purchases and sales from 1909 to 1910.

FAO Schwarz Catalogs (1928 – 2011)

To bring the wonder of the store to customers around the country, in 1876 FAO Schwarz began mailing catalogs, creating among the first mail order businesses in the U.S. Featured is a selection of catalogs from the 20th Century.

Iconic Toys on Display (Listed Alphabetically)

64 Box (1958) from Crayola

The Crayola 64 Box, with the built-in sharpener, has become America’s iconic crayon box. The first edition, which debuted in 1958, is home to 64 brilliant colors, including burnt sienna and periwinkle.

Cabbage Patch Kids® (1982 and 1983) from Original Appalachian Artworks

Created in 1978 by Xavier Roberts as “Little People,” Cabbage Patch Kids baby Otis Lawton is based on the only adopted son of creator Xavier Roberts. This doll is from the first adoptable, hand-sculpted edition of Original Cabbage Patch Kids, released in 1982. Also featured is the vinyl face version, represented by Delila Lorinda, which kicked off the Cabbage Patch Kid craze in 1983.

EASY-BAKE OVEN (1964) from Hasbro®

In 1963, the EASY-BAKE OVEN was introduced to America as the first working toy oven using a light bulb to bake sweet treats. Regularly updated, the EASY-BAKE OVEN continues to inspire young pastry chefs today. On display is a vintage Easy-Bake OVEN from 1964.

Etch A Sketch(1960) from The Ohio Arts Company

A prototype Etch A Sketch, which was originally showcased at Toy Fair in Nuremburg, Germany in 1959 is featured in the display, alongside the first edition of the classic drawing toy, which was introduced in the U.S. in 1960.

G.I. JOE action figures (1964 and 1982) from Hasbro®

G.I. JOE is one of the most iconic brands in the history of toys and was the inspiration for the term “action figure.” Featured in the display are first edition 12-inch G.I. JOE action figures produced in 1964, as well as selections from the first wave of 3 ¾-inch G.I. JOE Real American Heroes action figures from 1982.

Hello Kitty®(1976) from Sanrio

A phenomenon in Japan, Hello Kitty was introduced to the U.S. in 1976 with featured selections, such as a plush toy, camera, pencil box, pencils, mini coloring set, puzzle, folding mirror and comb, among other items.

Hot Wheels® Cars from Mattel®

In 1968, the Hot Wheels® brand was introduced as a line of 16 die-cast vehicles in a 1:64scale. Today, more than 4 billion Hot Wheels® cars have been manufactured – more than the Big 3! Seven of the original Hot Wheels® cars are on display, including custom versions of the T-Bird, Fleetside, Barracuda, Camaro, El Camino, Hot Heap™, El Dorado and Ford J-Car.

Little People (1985) from Fisher-Price®

The beloved Little People® brand was introduced as the Safety School Bus in 1959 with non-detachable characters riding inside. The current Little People Bus, an updated version of the 1985 item on display, remains popular today.

Mighty Morphin Power Rangers Megazord (1993) from Bandai America Inc.

Introduced in 1993, Saban’s Power Rangers became an instant toy phenomenon. This first edition Megazord, featuring five combinable dinosaur Zords, has become a much sought-after collectible.

MONOPOLY (1935) and BATTLESHIP (1967) from Hasbro®

Introduced in the 1930s, the featured 1935 version of MONOPOLY was designed with wooden houses. Originally created as a pencil and pad game, the 1967 BATTLESHIP was the first to feature a playing board.

MR. POTATO HEAD (1972) from Playskool®

MR. POTATO HEAD was introduced in 1952 and was the first toy ever advertised on network TV. MR. POTATO HEAD received his first plastic body in 1964, and on display is a vintage version of the MR. POTATO HEAD character from 1972.

Nintendo Entertainment System™ (NES) (1985) from Nintendo

The NES, an 8-bit video game console, first launched in the U.S. in October 1985 at FAO Schwarz. The NES went on to sell close to 62 million units worldwide, and is credited with recreating the home video game market.

Original Barbie® Doll (#3) and Original Ken® Doll from Mattel®

Barbie Millicent Roberts™ was introduced to a skeptical toy industry at the American International Toy Fair in New York City in 1959. Also on display is Ken® doll, first introduced at the 1961 Toy Fair as Barbie® doll’s boyfriend. They are still a couple today.

PLAY-DOH FUZZY PUMPER BARBER & BEAUTY SHOP (1977) from Hasbro®

In 1977, the PLAY-DOH FUZZY PUMPER BARBER & BEAUTY SHOP playset was introduced, featuring a play figure whose “hair” can be extruded and then styled.

PLAYMOBIL figures (1974) from PLAYMOBIL®

In 1974, the first PLAYMOBIL figures, Construction Worker, Native American and Knight, made their debut. More than 2.5 billion figures have been sold since their creation. The original figures are presented alongside vintage packaging from 1974 and 1975.

Razor® A Scooter (2000) from Razor USA LLC

When it was introduced in 2000, the original A model Razor® kick scooter was a phenomenal success, drawing the attention of hip city dwellers and kids of all ages. This scooter is now deeply entrenched in American culture. Like bikes and skateboards, the Razor kick scooter transformed childhood transportation.

Richard Steiff Bear (1905) from Steiff

The 1905 Richard Steiff Teddy Bear, designed by and named after Margarete Steiff’s nephew Richard, was produced through 1951. At the time of the bear’s introduction, Richard’s rounded face, blunted snout and embroidered nose were a departure from the design of other Steiff Teddies launched in the early 1900s. Richard is 30 cm, five-way jointed and made from gray mohair.

Silly Putty (1950) from Crayola

The first edition Silly Putty bounces, stretches and lifts up comics from newspapers. Discovered accidentally while trying to create a rubber substitute, Silly Putty is now a true classic toy. Since 1950, more than 400 million Silly Putty eggs have been sold.

Created in 1945, Slinky® was developed when Naval engineer Richard James saw a coil fall off his desk and tumble end-over-end down a stack of books. The original Slinky® is displayed with Slinky® Dog, Slinky® Three Little Pigs and Slinky® Elephant – friendly characters that added personality to Slinky®.

“Sorry!” (1934) and Candy Land (1955) from Hasbro®

Originally published by Parker Brothers in 1934, this first edition of “Sorry!” still features the same gameplay today. Candy Land, created in 1949, only had its trademark color spots and cards, with no characters when it was first introduced.

Tamagotchi (1997) from Bandai America Inc.

Introduced in 1997, Tamagotchi is a tiny pet from cyberspace that needed love and care to survive and grow. Tamagotchi became a worldwide phenomenon, and it was commonplace to see children caring for these “virtual pets.”

Tickle Me Elmo (1996) fromTyco®

An immediate hit, the first edition Tickle Me Elmo, based on the popular Sesame Street® character, featured a contagious and boisterous laugh. It quickly became the most sought-after toy of the 1996 holiday season.

Town Plan (1955) from The LEGO Group

In 1955, the “LEGO® System of Play” launched, allowing kids to build an entire city from LEGO® bricks. Before the interlocking building system was developed in 1955, “LEGO® Town Plan,” on display, launched the first “Play and Learn” LEGO concept.

Tournament Yo-Yo (1960s) fromDuncan®

Introduced in 1929, kids have spent hours mastering tricks with a Duncan Yo-Yo. Featuring a classic shape, the “Crossed Flags” Yo-Yo from the 1960s is from the last wooden Tournament Yo-Yo line.

TRANSFORMERS action figures (1984) from Hasbro®

The TRANSFORMERS brand first rolled onto shelves in 1984 with “ROBOTS IN DISGUISE,” which included first edition AUTOBOTS on display in the gallery, such as OPTIMUS PRIME, BUMBLEBEE, GEARS and CLIFFJUMPER.

About FAO Schwarz

Since 1862, FAO Schwarz has been a brand synonymous with quality and innovation, offering an unparalleled selection of one-of-a-kind toys that have enchanted generations and cultivated a loyal clientele. In 2012, the brand commemorates its 150th anniversary as one of the most cherished retailers in the country with a year-long celebration of its storied history. The famous FAO Schwarz flagship store in New York City, which attracts millions of visitors annually, is the only one of its kind in the world. The complete assortment of the company’s extraordinary merchandise, including a line of unique toys marketed under the FAO Schwarz brand name, can be found in-store and online at FAO.com. The iconic FAO Schwarz brand is exclusively operated by Toys“R”Us, Inc., the world’s leading dedicated toy and juvenile products retailer.

For additional information about the brand or its 150th anniversary, visit FAO.com and follow FAO Schwarz on Facebook at Facebook.com/FAO.